Local Traders Directory 2015
The list of local traders linked below was originally distributed with the Jan/Feb 2014 U3A of Highbridge magazine. I have separated this list out and put it in its own news article to make it easier to find in future. Local Traders Directory
Jan/Feb 2015 Magazine Now Online
Jan/Feb 2015 edition of the U3A of Highbridge Magazine can be found on the Magazine page on the Main Menu. For convenience a link to the Magazine page is shown below. Magazine Page
Theatre Visit – Sister Act
We have booked to go to the Tacchi Morris Theatre, Monkton Heathfield, Taunton to see “SISTER ACT” on Saturday 25th April Coach departs Highbridge 1.15pm to see 2.30p.m performance. Inclusive cost £19.00 Please telephone 01278 781009 or see Brenda or Diane at the Wednesday Coffee Morning.
Christmas 2014 Hamper Draw
The Christmas Hamper Draw was held on Wednesday 17th December 2014. Hamper won by Barbara Renshaw. Box of Christmas fare by Wendy Hughes. There were 3 Baskets of Christmas Fare: No 1 by Brenda Clapp, No 2 by Sheila Carpenter, No 3 by Maisie Hand. Due to generosity of members we had a very great
Torquay Holiday
Early Warning!! We have booked a holiday to The Devonshire Hotel, Torquay for 4 nights from 20th -24th September 2015. The cost of the holiday is £170.00 which includes return coach from Highbridge, Half Board en suite accommodation, Evening Entertainment. We have Twin & Double Rooms available, sorry but all single rooms are SOLD OUT.
Nov/Dec 2014 Magazine Now Online
Nov/Dec 2014 edition of the U3A of Highbridge Magazine can be found on the Magazine page on the Main Menu. For convenience a link to the Magazine page is shown below. Magazine Page
Event: Indoor “Car Boot” Sale
A Car Boot (Table Top) sale will be held on Saturday 18th October 2014 between 11am and 3pm in the Highbridge Community Hall. Anyone wishing to sell at this event can do so for a fee of £5.00. For this fee you will be guaranteed to be supplied with one table, although you can bring
Weymouth Holiday 2014 Photos
A group of 32 attended the Prince Regent Hotel, Weymouth for 4 nights, everyone had a top rate time, the sun shone bright and warm every day! Please click on an image to show a slideshow.
Macmillan Big Coffee Morning 24 Sep 2014
This year’s Macmillan Big Coffee Morning will take place on Wednesday 24th September 2014 from 10.00am to noon at Highbridge Community Hall. There will be the usual cake stall and raffle, plus, other attractions, perhaps. Please attend if you can and help us raise money for Macmillan Cancer.
Awards for All
Early this year the U3A of Highbridge applied to the “Awards for All” scheme, which is part of the Big Lottery Fund, for a grant with which to purchase a Projector, Laptop and Screen. Our application has been approved and the funding has been paid into our account. These items have been ordered and will
Sep/Oct 2014 Magazine Now Online
Sep/Oct 2014 edition of the U3A of Highbridge Magazine can be found on the Magazine page on the Main Menu. For convenience a link to the Magazine page is shown below. Magazine Page
Theatre and Holidays Update 10th August 2014
We have a few seats left for Annie on Saturday November 1st. Please come into the Wednesdays coffee morning or telephone 01278 781009 to book. Holiday to Eastbourne (20-24 January 2015): We have a few Twin Rooms, Twin Sea View Rooms and Doubles still available. This should be a good trip to dispel the Winter
WW1 Tribute Today
At 12.15 pm today August 4th, a tribute to those that gave their lives in WW1 was given by Pearl Price and attended by members of the U3A at the War Memorial, Southwell House, Highbridge.
World War 1 Tribute from U3A Highbridge
Some time ago Jean Williams who runs our Floral Art Group suggested we (U3A) could produce a wreath or equal to mark the WWI centenary. Fay and Ken Burston on a recent visit to the Memorial Arboretum purchased some poppies, to which were added poppies bought by Vour Orchard, and the basket shown on photo
Away Day to Houses of Parliament on Tuesday October 28th
Away Day to Houses of Parliament now confirmed for Tuesday October 28th 2014. More details on pricing, etc to follow.
Beading Group to Restart in August
The Beading Group will resume on August 18th with a new Group Leader – Rose Bateman, and a new venue at Smurl Lane, West Huntspill. The classes will run on the 3rd Monday of every month at 10.00 am to 12.00 pm as before.
Events Update from Di Barnard
1. HOLIDAY – We have booked a holiday to The Claremont Hotel, Eastbourne from 20th January – 24th January 2015, 4 nights/ 5 days we have Twin Rooms and Double Rooms available at an amazing cost of £95.00 per person to include return coach travel from Highbridge to Eastbourne, Half Board, en suite rooms, evening
Recent Website Updates
The Groups page has been updated to show those groups that are now (or soon will be) on summer breaks. Two events added to the Events List: Theatre Trip: ANNIE at the Weston Playhouse on November 1st. Away Day: Houses of Parliament (mid October).
July/August 2014 Magazine Now Available
The July/August 2014 magazine has been added to this site. For your convenience a link to the magazine is below. Link to July/August 2014 Magazine
Who’s Who Updated for 2014/15 Committee with Photos
The Who’s Who page has been updated for the 2014/15 Committee, plus each member now has their photo shown. Link to Who’s Who page.